Bone to pick meaning
What does the saying 'Bone to pick' mean?
Idiom: Bone to pick
Meaning:
If you have a bone to pick with someone, you are annoyed about something they have done and want to tell them how you feel.
Country: International English |
Subject Area: Body and bodily functions |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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